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PRODUCT FEATURES
Components 2 x 18” (46cm) long excursion neodymium 8 Ohms driver
Height x Width x Depth 750 x 1200 x 750 mm (29 1/2” x 47 1/4” x 29 1/2”)
Shape Rectangular CD18 CONTROLLED CD18 CONTROLLED
Weight: Net 116 kg (256 lbs) DIRECTIVITY SUBBBASS DIRECTIVITY SUBBASS
Connectors 2 x NL4MP SPEAKON 4 pole (In & Through)
Construction Baltic birch ply finish with structured black coating. Dark grey carpet finish also available.
PRODUCT FEATURES
Flying points Integral flying system. NEXO is a world leader in the design
and manufacture of loudspeaker sys-
SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS CD18 with NX241 TDController Unique directional subbass with cardioid or
tems for sound reinforcement. Since
Frequency Response @-3dB [a] 32 Hz – 80 Hz supercardioid pattern keeps subbass energy
1979 we have pursued practical solu-
away from open microphones.
Usable Range @-6dB [a] 29 Hz – 180 Hz tions by addressing problems at fun-
damental levels. Each new design is
Sensitivity 1W @ 1m [b] 105 dB SPL Nominal 120° x 120° dispersion, usable output from
generated using proprietary computer
Peak SPL @ 1m [b] 145 dB Peak simulation software. Extensive mod- 29 Hz to 180 Hz.
Dispersion [c] Cardioid or supercardioid pattern over the entire useable bandwidth depending on the NX241 Digital eling and simulation of critical
TDController set up.(two channels of the NX241 are used for the process). parameters enables us to translate 750mm Dual-ported 18 inch woofers fire in opposite
conceptual breakthroughs into signif-
Directivity Index [c] Q=4.3 | DI=6.3 dB and Q=5.3 | DI=7.2 dB over the entire useable bandwidth for respectively cardioid 29.53” directions and are driven in reverse polarity.
icant cost and performance gains.
and supercardioid mode.
Nexo’s comprehensive line includes
Crossover Frequency 80 Hz active through NX241 Digital TDController. Requires NX241 Digital TDController and two
the breakthrough GEO Series, based
Nominal Impedance 2 x 8 Ohms amplifier channels: each woofer is processed
on fundamental wavesource patents,
individually.
Recommended Amplifiers 2 amplifier channels are required for cardioid operation, each rated at 1500 to 3000 Watts into 4 ohms the compact, versatile PS Series, the
per channel. Up to 2 complete CD18s per channel may be connected to a two channels amplifier. world standard Alpha System and the
Alphae Series. Loudspeakers, ana- Internally braced Baltic Birch cabinet mini-
SYSTEM OPERATION logue and digital control electronics mizes in-band resonances.
Electronic Controller The NX241 Digital TDController presets are precisely matched to the CD18 and include sophisticated and amplification are all designed to
protection systems. Using CD18 sub-bass without a properly connected NX241 Digital TDController will deliver
Available in structured black coating or dark
result in poor sound quality and can damage components. Sonic Innovation That Works.
grey carpet covering.
Speaker Cables The front loudspeaker of the CD18 is wired 2+ & 2- while the rear loudspeaker is wired 1- & 1+. The
CD18 must use separate cables to the main system.
Integrated flying system for use with curved
Rigging System [d] Please refer to the user manual before any operation. vertical tangent arrays of GEO T Series mod-
SHIPPING & ORDERING ules.
Packaging CD18s are packaged individually. Order as CD18-C (finished in grey carpeting) or CD18-P (finished in
black structured coating). GEO T Series The CD18 uses an innovative approach to the control of long Cabinets designed for stable gound stacking.
Tangent Array Modules
Shipping Weight & Volume 1x CD18 = 131.5 kg (263 lbs), .98 cu m (34.4 cu ft) wavelength low frequency acoustic energy. Sophisticated sig-
 T4805 nal processing algorithms, individually applied to each of the GEO T SERIES APPLICATIONS
As part of a policy of continual improvement, NEXO reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
[a] Response curves and data: anechoic far field above 400 Hz, half-space anechoic below 400 Hz. Usable range data: frequency response capability with TD Vertical dual-ported 18 inch woofers, produce substantial forward gain
crossover slopes removed. [b] Sensitivity & peak SPL: will depend on spectral distribution. Measured with band limited pink noise. Refers to the specified +/- NEXO S.A. Mobile or installed sound reinforcement for
3 dB range. Data are for speaker + processor + recommended amplifier combinations. [c] Directivity curves and data: 1/3 octave smoothed frequency 154 allée des Erables and more than 12 dB attenuation at the rear. The CD18 puts arenas, clubs, A/V, theater and themed
 T2820
response, normalized to on-axis response. Data obtained by computer processing of off-axis response curves. [d] Please refer to the user manual. ZAC de PARIS NORD II B.P. 50107
F-95950 Roissy CDG CEDEX Horizontal/Vertical subbass energy where it is needed and keeps it away from open attractions.
France
microphones and reverberant surfaces.
Tél: +33 1 48 63 19 14  CD18 High output music applications for large pub-
Fax: +33 1 48 63 24 61
Hypercardioid Subbass
The GEO T & S Series are the result of a three year intensive lic spaces: transport hubs, outdoor venues,
E-mail: info@nexo.fr
R&D project that has produced three fundamental patent theme parks, etc.
Nexo USA, Inc.
2165 Francisco Blvd. applications in loudspeaker technology. The performance
Suite E2
San Rafael, CA 94901 advantages produced by GEO innovations are easily measura-
Phone: +1 415 482 6600 ble and clearly audible. With two full range tangent array mod-
Fax: +1 415 482 6110
ules and a hypercardioid subbass, the T Series offers total flex- GEO Tangent
E-mail: info@nexo.cc
Array Modules
NEXO Far East Pte Ltd ibility to design and deploy horizontal or vertical tangent arrays can be used in
No. 10 Ubi Crescent NX241 Digital TDController horizontal or
#02-35/36 Ubi Techpark (Lobby C)
with coherent output. From high-definition musical reproduc- vertical arrays,
Singapore 408564 with or without
tion to high output paging systems, GEO Technology delivers
Tel: +65 742 5660 the CD18
Fax: +65 742 8050 optimal performance in venues of all shapes and sizes. Controlled
E-mail: info@nexo-sg.com Directivity
Subbass

LIMITED WARRANTY
Nexo loudspeakers and electronics are covered against defects in workmanship or materials for a period of two (2) years from the original date of purchase. At the option of Nexo, the defective item will be
repaired/replaced with no charge for materials/labor. The item is to be adequately packaged and dispatched, pre-paid, to a Nexo authorized distributor/service center. Unauthorized repair shall void the warranty.
This Nexo warranty does not cover cosmetics or finish and does not apply to any items which in Nexo’s opinion have failed due to user abuse, accidents, modifications or any type of misuse.

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CD18 Cardioid Mode

COVERAGE ANGLE (Degree)
31.5 Hz 50 Hz 80 Hz
0 0 0
30 330 30 330 30 330

60 300 60 300 60 300

90 270 90 270 90 270

120 240 120 240 120 240

150 210 150 210 150 210

180 180 180

Horizontal (dark) and vertical (light) polar plots: cardioid mode. 3 dB/division.

Horizontal (dark) and vertical (light) coverage angles between

-6 dB points: cardioid mode.

CD18 Supercardioid Mode

COVERAGE ANGLE (Degree) 31.5 Hz 50 Hz 80 Hz
180
0 0 0
30 330 30 330 30 330

120

60 300 60 300 60 300

60

270 90 270 90 270

120 240 120 240 120 240

60

150 210 150 210 150 210

180 180 180

120

Horizontal (dark) and vertical (light) polars: supercardioid mode. 3 dB/division.

180
20 100 125

Horizontal (dark) and vertical (light) coverage angles between

-6 dB points: supercardioid mode.

ON AXIS RESPONSE (dB) Q & DI

10 10 10

10

20 0 1
20 100 125 20 100 125

dB vs. frequency on axis. Actual results depend on NX241 settings. Directivity Index (left scale, dB) and Q (right scale) in
supercardioid (light) and cardioid (dark) modes.

IMPEDANCE (Ohms)
64

32

16

4
20 100 125
Impedance in Ohms vs. frequency

All measurements made with dedicated NX program. Measurements conditions: far field, half space below 400Hz; anechoic above 400Hz.
Directivity Index and factor: computer synthesized from coverage. Coverage: 1/3 octave band synthesized from FFT measurements.